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Trix Ransomware

By GoldSparrow in Ransomware

Ransomware threats are one of the most harmful threats to regular users online. There are countless ransomware building kits available online freely, which makes the creation of data-locking Trojan rather easy, even for an unexperienced cybercriminal. One of the most recent ransomware threats detected is the Trix Ransomware. Unfortunately, the Trix Ransomware is not decryptable for free yet, and the authors of this Trojan would demand a hefty sum in exchange for a decryption key.

Propagation and Encryption

The creators of the Trix Ransomware are likely to use spam emails that contain a corrupted link or attachment to propagate this file-encrypting Trojan. These infection vectors in regards to ransomware threats are used constantly. Other methods, which are often utilized by ransomware authors, include malvertising operations, torrent trackers, fake software downloads and updates, etc. There Trix Ransomware is likely to target numerous filetypes including .doc, .docx, .ppt, .pptx, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, .mp3, .mp4, .mov, .xls, .xlsx, .pdf, .rar, etc. Once the Trix Ransomware infiltrates your computer, it will begin encrypting your data. You may notice that all the affected files’ names have been changed. This is because the Trix Ransomware adds a new extension – '_ID__[decryption@qbmail.biz].trix' to them. The Trix Ransomware would create a unique victim ID for each affected user – this aids the attackers in differentiating between the users.

What Does Trix Ransomware Do?

As mentioned above, the main thing that Trix does is encrypt data on a hard drive. The data is entirely inaccessible unless the victim decrypts it. Trix creates a ransom note informing victims of how they can get their data back.

The ransom note – a text file called “FileRecovery.txt” – tells victims that their data has been encrypted. They must get in touch with the criminals behind the attack to learn more. The email they send should include their unique ID. The attackers also claim they will decrypt two files attached to the email to prove their decryption process works. Last but not least, victims are told that attempting to decrypt Trix on their own will result in permanent data loss.

The Ransom Note

When the Trix Ransomware has encrypted all the data present on the targeted host, it will proceed with the attack by dropping a ransom note. The name of the note is ‘FileRecovery.txt.’ In the note, the attackers state that they would like to be contacted via email. Two email addresses are anticipated for this purpose – ‘decryption@qbmail.biz’ and ‘reservedecryption@protonmail.com.’ The authors of the Trix Ransomware state that they are prepared to decrypt one or two files at no cost to prove to the victim that they are in possession of a functioning decryption key.

Hello,
your files have been encrypted!
To return the files, message us at decryption@qbmail.biz or reservedecryption@protonmail.com
Please type us your ID: -
You can send us any two encrypted files and we will decrypt them to prove our honesty.
Attention!!! Do not try to recover the files yourself, you will damage them and recovery with our key will become impossible.

It is indeed often impossible to decrypt ransomware without interference from the attacker. Even so, it is advised that one never meets the ransom demands. There are many cases of victims not receiving the decryption tools they are promised. It is best just to remove the ransomware from your computer to prevent further infection and then restore lost data through a backup.

Ransomware infections like this are becoming more common as they become more accessible. Ransomware programs are all designed to encrypt data and demand a ransom for its return. There are some differences between ransomware programs—the main differences as the encryption process used and the ransom demand. Ransom demands vary but are generally three-or-four-figure sums of money to be paid in cryptocurrency.

How Does Trix Infect Computers?

Ransomware and other malware are mainly spread via trojans, spam campaigns, illegal activation ("cracking") tools, illegitimate updates and untrustworthy download channels. Trojans are malicious programs, some types of which can cause chain infections (i.e. download/install additional malware). Spam campaigns are used to distribute scam emails on a large scale. These deceptive letters are typically disguised as "official", "urgent", "important" and so on. The emails have infectious files attached to or linked inside them. Malicious files come in a variety of formats (Microsoft Office and PDF documents, archive and executable files, JavaScript, etc.); when they are opened - the infection process is jumpstarted. Rather than activate licensed product, "cracking" tools can download/install malware. Fake updaters cause infections by abusing flaws of outdated products and/or by installing malicious software instead of the updates. Malware can be inadvertently downloaded from untrustworthy download sources, such as: unofficial and free file-hosting sites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks and other third party downloaders.

It is not a good idea to cooperate with cyber crooks, so we would recommend you to ignore the demands of the Trix Ransomware’s creators. Make sure to remove this nasty Trojan from your PC with the help of a legitimate cybersecurity tool.

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